Wilson and Kelling Suggest That the Primary Benefit of Foot

question 26

Multiple Choice

Wilson and Kelling suggest that the primary benefit of foot patrol is in its effect on:

• A) improving community relations
• B) increasing levels of public order
• C) reducing levels of crime
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Marginal Social Benefit

The additional benefit to society from one more unit of a good or service being produced and consumed.

Marginal Social Cost

The additional cost incurred by society as a whole from producing one more unit of a good or service, including both private costs and any externalities.

Pollution

The introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, causing adverse effects.

External Benefit

A positive effect experienced by a third party due to an economic transaction they were not directly involved in.